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SUMMARY:Motorized Level 2 Avalanche Course
DESCRIPTION:Advance your decision-making and avalanche hazard management skills with more field time and deeper study. This course is for motorized users who have had at least a year of backcountry experience since taking their Level 1. Gain understanding in more technical topics as well as competence in application. Over the course of three field days\, you will practice field observations\, snowpack evaluation\, terrain assessment\, group communication and more. Visit Flathead Snowmobile Association for information on scholarships.  Riders can expect to also receive some instruction and tips from local professionals on riding in avalanche terrain. \nExact location TBD closer to the course dates. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/motorized-level-2-avalanche-course/
LOCATION:Flathead National Forest\, 10 Hungry Horse Drive\, Hungry Horse\, Montana\, 59919
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SUMMARY:State of the Snowpack & Pint Night at Blackstar Brewing!
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us at Blackstar Brewing in Whitefish on Wednesday\, February 25th from 5:00 to 8:00 for pint night! Blackstar will generously be donating 1 dollar of every beer to Flathead Avalanche\, so come on down enjoy a few beverages and grab a bite to eat. Forecaster Josh Lipkowitz will share a brief snowpack update\, followed by a presentation from Joe Messina of the National Weather Service (from Missoula) at 7:00 PM. We’ll also be raffling off some great goodies—come grab a pint\, mingle with friends\, and join the conversation.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/flathead-avalanche-pint-night-at-blackstar-brewing/
LOCATION:Blakstar Whitefish\, 2 Central Avenue\, Whitefish\, MT\, 59937\, United States
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SUMMARY:Human Powered Intro to Avalanches
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nFeb 26th and 28th: This course is an opportunity to get your hands in the snow and gain familiarity with essential concepts and practices for travel in avalanche-prone terrain. With a Thursday evening classroom (February 26th) session at FVCC and a Saturday field day\, this course offers 11 hours of instruction time. We will cover avalanche terminology\, identifying avalanche hazards\, snowpack and weather factors\, trip planning and preparation\, simple decision-making tools\, backcountry travel protocols\, and companion rescue techniques. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/human-powered-intro-to-avalanches-3-2/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:Canyon Creek Trailhead
CATEGORIES:Intro to Avalanches
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SUMMARY:Human Powered Intro to Avalanches
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nFeb 26th and 28th: This course is an opportunity to get your hands in the snow and gain familiarity with essential concepts and practices for travel in avalanche-prone terrain. With a Thursday evening classroom (February 26th) session at FVCC and a Saturday field day\, this course offers 11 hours of instruction time. We will cover avalanche terminology\, identifying avalanche hazards\, snowpack and weather factors\, trip planning and preparation\, simple decision-making tools\, backcountry travel protocols\, and companion rescue techniques. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/human-powered-intro-to-avalanches-3/
LOCATION:Canyon Creek Trailhead
CATEGORIES:Intro to Avalanches
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SUMMARY:Human Powered Intro to Avalanches
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nFeb 26th and 28th: This course is an opportunity to get your hands in the snow and gain familiarity with essential concepts and practices for travel in avalanche-prone terrain. With a Thursday evening classroom (February 26th) session at FVCC and a Saturday field day\, this course offers 11 hours of instruction time. We will cover avalanche terminology\, identifying avalanche hazards\, snowpack and weather factors\, trip planning and preparation\, simple decision-making tools\, backcountry travel protocols\, and companion rescue techniques. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/human-powered-intro-to-avalanches-3-2/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Canyon Creek Trailhead
CATEGORIES:Intro to Avalanches
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SUMMARY:Scoop on Spring
DESCRIPTION:Join Flathead Avalanche at 6 PM on Thursday\, March 19th\, at The Rendezvous in Columbia Falls for Scoop on Spring Snow\, an evening all about the State of the Snowpack. One of our lead forecasters\, Mark Dundas\, will share what we’re seeing in the mountains\, what it means for spring conditions\, and what backcountry travelers should keep in mind as the season evolves. \nCome learn\, connect with your local snow community\, and enjoy ice cream from Sweet Peaks Ice Cream. \nFree and family-friendly. Everyone is welcome.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/scoop-on-spring/
LOCATION:The Rendezvous\, 810 1st Ave W\, Columbia Falls\, 59912\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tele Festivus
DESCRIPTION:Tele Festivus is making its debut in the Flathead Valley! Hosted by Rocky Mountain Outfitter with help from Blacktail Mountain & Tamarack Brewing\, this event is all about community\, turns\, and giving back. \n\n\nJoin us on March 28th\, from 5–8 pm at Tamarack Brewing in Lakeside for a fundraiser supporting Flathead Avalanche. \nThe evening will feature a raffle and giveaways by RMO benefiting our forecasting and education programs\, along with an awesome ski movie\, “Worthless Milk.” A great time for a great cause. \nNo matter what type of boards you ride — tele\, alpine\, splitboard\, or snowboard. Everyone is welcome. \nDaytime fun includes free tele demos at Blacktail Mountain from RMO.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/tele-festivus/
LOCATION:Tamarack Brewing\, 105 Blacktail Road Suite #1\, Lakeside\, MT\, 59922\, United States
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